Preparation After Storage - Arctic Cat ATV 250 Utility 2009 Service Manual

2. Clean the ATV thoroughly by washing dirt, oil,
grass, and other foreign matter from the entire
ATV. Allow the ATV to dry thoroughly. DO NOT
get water into any part of the engine or air intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add Fuel Stabilizer to
the gas in the gas tank. Remove the air filter hous-
ing cover and air filter. Start the engine and allow it
to idle; then using Arctic Cat Engine Storage Pre-
server, slowly inject the preserver into the air filter
opening for a period of 10 to 20 seconds; then stop
the engine. Install the air filter and housing cover.
! CAUTION
Rapid induction of oil or any liquid into a four-cycle
engine can cause "hydraulic-lock" resulting in severe
engine damage.
! CAUTION
If the interior of the air filter housing is dirty, clean the
area before starting the engine.
4. Drain the carburetor float chamber.
5. Plug the exhaust hole in the exhaust system with a
clean cloth.
6. Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing
and plungers of the shock absorbers.
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws.
Make sure rivets holding components together are
tight. Replace all loose rivets. Care must be taken
that all calibrated nuts, cap screws, and bolts are
tightened to specifications.
8. Fill the cooling system to the FULL line in the cool-
ing system reservoir with properly mixed coolant.
9. Disconnect the battery cables; then remove the
battery, clean the battery posts and cables, and
store in a clean, dry area.
! CAUTION
This maintenance-free battery should be charged at
the recommended rate every 30 days or permanent
damage may occur if the battery completely dis-
charges.
10. Store the ATV indoors in a level position.
! CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid
using a plastic cover as moisture will collect on the
ATV causing rusting.
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Preparation After
Storage
Taking the ATV out of storage and correctly preparing
it will assure many miles and hours of trouble-free
riding. Arctic Cat recommends the following proce-
dure to prepare the ATV.
1. Clean the ATV thoroughly.
2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth from the
exhaust system.
3. Check all control wires and cables for signs of
wear or fraying. Replace if necessary.
4. Change the engine oil and filter.
5. Check the coolant level and add properly mixed
coolant as necessary.
6. Charge the battery; then install. Connect the bat-
tery cables.
! CAUTION
The ignition switch must be in the OFF position prior
to installing the battery or damage may occur to the
ignition system.
! CAUTION
Connect the positive battery cable first; then the nega-
tive.
7. Check the entire brake systems (fluid level, pads,
etc.), all controls, headlights, taillight, brakelight,
and headlight aim; adjust or replace as necessary.
8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws
making sure all calibrated nuts, cap screws, and
bolts are tightened to specifications.
9. Check tire pressure. Inflate to recommended pres-
sure as necessary.
10. Make sure the steering moves freely and does not
bind.
11. Check the spark plug. Clean or replace as neces-
sary.
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